DFT Engineer

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DFT Engineer

Austin

Engineering

1 month ago

Hybrid

Full-time

About Us

At InspireSemi, we're not just building chips; we're revolutionizing high-performance computing. Our groundbreaking architecture packs thousands of 64-bit CPU cores onto a single chip, all seamlessly connected. We're driven by a mission to make high-performance computing more accessible, energy-efficient, and easier for developers to harness. Ready to make a real impact? Join our passionate team!

Why Join InspireSemi?

• Be a Pioneer: Get in on the ground floor of a hypergrowth startup! You’ll be part of a small, dynamic team where your contributions are visible from day one.
• Accelerated Growth: Work directly alongside industry veterans. This is a fast-track environment designed to turn a junior engineer into an expert.
• Make an Impact: Your work ensures the quality and reliability of disruptive technology.
• Rewarding Compensation: We offer a competitive salary, bonus potential, and meaningful equity.
• Flexibility: Benefit from a hybrid work model and flexible time off.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a motivated Design for Test (DFT) Engineer to join our team. This is an ideal role for someone with a solid grasp of digital logic and a passion for hardware reliability. You will support the end-to-end DFT flow, from RTL integration to ATPG pattern generation, while learning to navigate the complexities of massive-scale chip design.

What You’ll Do

• RTL Integration: Assist in integrating DFT features such as scan compression, memory BIST, IEEE 1149, IEEE 1687, and IEEE 1500 wrappers into the design.
• Scan & ATPG: Execute scan insertion scripts and run ATPG (Automatic Test Pattern Generation) for various fault models, including stuck-at and transition faults.
• Simulation & Debug: Run and debug gate-level simulations (GLS) to verify DFT structures and investigate simulation mismatches.
• Coverage Analysis: Help identify areas of low test coverage and work with senior engineers to implement logic changes or test points to improve results.
• Verification: Support the validation of test patterns for low-power designs and assist in timing constraint verification for scan modes.
• Automation: Maintain and improve Tcl, Perl, or Python scripts to streamline the DFT flow and post-processing of design data.

What You Bring

• Experience: 3-5 years of experience in DFT or Digital Design (relevant internships or university projects count!).
• Education: A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• Core Knowledge: A strong understanding of digital logic design, Verilog/SystemVerilog, and basic DFT concepts (Scan, ATPG, BIST).
• Scripting Skills: Familiarity with Tcl, Python, or Perl for workflow automation.
• Tool Exposure: Basic experience or academic exposure to industry-standard tools (e.g., Cadence Modus/Genus, Synopsys Tessent/DFTMAX, or Siemens Fastscan).
• Mindset: A "can-do" attitude, a desire to learn complex hierarchies, and excellent communication skills for cross-functional collaboration.

Bonus Points

• Knowledge of RISC-V architecture or CPU fundamentals.

• Experience with Gate Level Simulations (GLS) and timing analysis.

• Exposure to hardware description languages like VHDL or specialized DFT protocols like IJTAG (IEEE 1687).

• Knowledge or experience using ATE test systems (Advantest 93K, Teradyne Ultra-Flex, etc).

• If you're excited about pushing the boundaries of computing and starting your career at the cutting edge of semiconductor technology, we’d love to hear from you!

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